In this reel, meet five actors who deserve every moment in the spotlight. They're fighters who were meant for the stage. In France, Roger Defossez has been performing the same role for nearly 60 years, while in Indiana, Mickey Rowe has learned how to use his autism to deliver breakthrough pe…

One of the most popular Japanese exports to the western world is tempura, a crispy, savory, delectable delight. But this Japanese staple isn’t quite so Japanese after all. In fact, tempura’s roots trace way back to 16th century Portugal with a dish known as Peixinhos da Horta. Here’s the sto…

Rani Ki Vav is an intricate stepwell tucked 90 feet below ground in the town of Patan in Gujarat, India. Historically, men would construct these grand structures as monuments to their wives; however, Rani Ki Vav is singular for being constructed by a queen in honor of her late husband. The s…

Brittany Bowe is an American long-track speed skater competing at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Athletes compete at speeds of up to 36 mph, and champions can be determined by split seconds. Skating against g-force at high speed can cause unimaginable muscle pain, but …

In honor of Valentine’s Day, we’ve got five stories all about that crazy little thing called love. We fly to Verona, Italy to meet the ‘Love Secretaries,’ travel back to the 19th century to learn about the OG Tinder, and meet the ultimate "love bugs."

Ashley Antoinette and JaQuavis Coleman first met as teenagers in Flint, Michigan, while living in one of the roughest neighborhoods in the country. Soon, they were turning their stories together into books, writing about experiences they didn’t see reflected in media. Eleven years and 44 boo…

Studio-Makeup by Tabitha will host a grand opening with a “Lipstick-n-Lashes” theme from 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 10. Guests are invited to view the new studio, mingle, network and chat about “lipstick and lashes.”